Plant Process Computer Systems

Network Systems Engineering Corp. (NSEC) has extensive experience with the design, implementation, validation, and testing of Plant Process Computer Systems at nuclear power stations. These systems are designed to meet all regulatory requirements, including 10CFR Part 36, and address the functions typically associated with the Plant Process Computer Systems, which include:

Data Point Processing

Plant Monitoring Functions

Safety Parameter Display Systems (SPDS) Functions

Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Functions

Radiation Dose Assessment

Data Archiving

Technical Support Center

Training/Simulation

NSEC works with its Clients to develop designs that incorporate commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and software systems thus minimizing customization; reducing the risk of obsolescence; and providing flexibility for future upgrades, enhancements, and additions. In those situations, NSEC works with the system/OEM vendors to ensure that their products are appropriately integrated into the overall design and installed to maximize system performance. If required, NSEC can develop custom hardware and software solutions when commercially available products are not available or are not appropriate for the specific application.

NSEC engineers can develop all plant change documentation in accordance with Plant Procedures. Our engineers are fully cognizant of all regulations affecting the implementation of plant equipment, including:

NSEC maintains a fully qualified Appendix B Quality Assurance Program and is capable of performing engineering design work on “safety-related” systems. NSEC also maintains a fully qualified Safeguards Information Program that meets all aspects of 10CFR Part 73.21.

NSEC engineers have been involved in a number of major projects dealing with the implementation of Plant Process computer Systems at various Nuclear Power Stations. These include:

Design, implementation, and testing of a Safety Parameter Display System (SPDS) at the Hope Creek and Salem Nuclear Power Stations.

Performed Independent Verification & Validation Programs for the Safety Parameter Display Systems at the following Nuclear Power Stations:

Hope Creek and Salem Nuclear Power Stations

Kewaunee Nuclear Power Plant

Davis Besse Nuclear Power Plant

Nine Mile Point Nuclear Power Station

Brunswick Nuclear Power Station

Provided engineering support during the design, procurement, implementation, and testing of a new Plant Process Computer System (PPCS) and Safety Parameter Display System (SPDS) at Carolina Power & Light’s Brunswick Nuclear Plant.

Provided engineering support during the design, procurement, implementation, and testing of a new Plant Process Computer System at PSE&G’s Salem and Hope Creek Nuclear Power Stations.

Provided engineering support during the design, procurement, implementation, and testing of a new Plant Process Computer System at R.E. Ginna Nuclear Power Station.